This book guides the reader step by step through the process of building and operating a successful bulk candy vending business - starting from scratch. Using the structured methodology favored by IT project managers, the author presents a clear, simple roadmap for creating a reliable stream of mostly passive income. Topics addressed in the book include machine evaluations, finding vending locations, selecting bulk candy products, calculating profit margins, collecting coins, and keeping accurate financial records. In 7 easy to read chapters, the author draws on his experience as a veteran, hands-on vending business operator to teach reliable approaches and best practices for the launch of a time-efficient, all-cash business that requires minimal startup costs and brings a fast, reliable return on investment.Bulk Candy Vending is a great starter business for someone who has never before been a business owner. The barriers to entry into the business are low and the learning curve is short for most people. If you have even $200 in seed capital, and the willingness to find locations, you can - and will - make money! "The Weekend Confectioner" teaches you how to start a business with the following characteristics:1. Greater time efficiency than a regular day job2. Quick Return on Investment (ROI) 3. Low Startup Costs4. Low Overhead5. Immediate Positive Cash Flow6. Easy to scale up or down7. Investment in an appreciating asset